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Geography - BA (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Sheffield Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Explore the relationship between people and the planet with our human geography degree. You'll learn how to address key global challenges such as climate change, poverty and inequality, geopolitical uncertainty, urbanisation and food insecurity.


Explore the relationship between people and the planet and learn how to address key global challenges, including climate change, poverty and inequality, geopolitical uncertainty, urbanisation and food insecurity.

Accredited by the Royal Geographical Society, our flexible human geography degree offers a blend of geographical theory, field-based learning, technical training and independent research.Using the space around us as our living laboratory, you'll spend time in the field exploring the geographies of post-industrial Sheffield and uncovering the impact of human activities in the nearby Peak District National Park.Gain the specialist, practical and transferable skills you need for your future, as this geography course is a starting point for a broad range of careers.You’ll develop an understanding of complex social, political and cultural challenges alongside the ability to analyse global problems from a range of perspectives.Typically, our geography graduates go onto careers in sustainability, conservation, education, central and local governments, NGOs, business and policy.You can also get involved in GeogSoc and become part of one of the biggest societies at the University of Sheffield. Members enjoy socials, spending time in the Peak District, career and academic support, volunteering, sports and more.


This programme has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG). Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in geographical knowledge and skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of the world beyond higher education. The accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from accredited programmes meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including subject knowledge, technical ability and transferable skills.


Why study this course?

- We cover field trip costs: To ensure everyone has the chance to carry out fieldwork, all costs for the core residential field classes are met by the school. This includes the costs of travel, accommodation and food during your residential stay.- 1st in the Russell Group for academic support in the subject of human geography: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025- Practice-oriented learning: Hands-on and problem-based learning, through team projects, policy analysis, professional skills building and fieldwork experiences.- Top 10 for geography and environmental science: Complete University Guide 2026- Top 10 for geography: Guardian University Guide 2026

Tuition fees

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£ 25,540per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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With 28,000 students from over 150 countries, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety, strong sense of community, and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for international students.
Ranked in the UK top 20 (Complete University Guide 2025), Sheffield is a leading university for research and teaching.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geography & Environmental Science

    6th out of 70 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    154 75%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    10th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.28 82%

    15th

    4

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